. Position Information Penrith Selective High School is an academically selective high school located on Dharug land. It has a coeducational enrolment of 936 students, including 92.6% of students from a non–English speaking background (English, Tamil, Hindi, Bengali and Mandarin are our main language groups) and four Aboriginal students enrolled. The school has a strong commitment to differentiated teaching and learning to meet the needs of highly gifted learners in addition to supporting students and their wellbeing across all domains of giftedness. The highly skilled and dedicated teachers focus on quality teaching and learning with an emphasis and understanding of strategies that meet the needs of gifted and talented students, including those who are twice exceptional (2e). We develop students who are innovative thinkers, confident and self–motivated learners who possess strong ethical values. The school enjoys the support of its culturally and linguistically diverse community and has fostered strong partnerships with Australian and overseas universities, cultural institutions, businesses, and community groups and has established in-house enterprise learning. A strong focus on wellbeing of all students is supported in an atmosphere which provides over 100 Talent Development Opportunities, including co–curricular learning experiences, strong enrichment opportunities and programs for students with interests and passions in sport, creative and performing arts, leadership, and school & community service. It offers extensive student leadership opportunities that contribute to a positive school ethos and a philosophy of social justice. The school values the positive contribution that parents and alumni play in the school's culture. Selection Criteria In addition to the general selection criteria, a highly visible, approachable leader with exemplary interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work collaboratively to form positive, productive relationships building strong teams and enriching the school's existing high expectations culture. Demonstrated ability to lead curriculum implementation and drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, underpinned by research informed pedagogy. Deep understanding of the wellbeing needs of a complex educational setting with demonstrated experience in leading improvement in a wide range of wellbeing initiatives and programs. Demonstrated capacity to proactively communicate and visibly engage with the entire school community in authentic and transparent ways that are culturally sensitive, with a strong commitment to strengthening partnerships with the whole school community and the wider community. General Selection Criteria 1. High level educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a complex public school focused on the delivery of high quality education 2. Ability to lead and manage rigorous and inclusive whole school teaching and learning programs 3. High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the school and educational community 4. Ability to lead and manage the development and performance of staff to improve teaching and learning 5. Ability to plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably to enhance teaching and learning 6. Capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department's Aboriginal education policy and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people Conditions An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity. Special Notes Classification Structure for Principals: The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2020 details the new principal classification structure based on complexity of schools which commenced in 2016. Please view information on the Classification structure for Principals at https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-education/Salary-and-benefits/salary-and-awards/awards-and-determinations/teachers-award-initiatives/principal-classification-structure-faqs The classification and remuneration of our school principals is based on school complexity, as measured through each school’s RAM allocation. As part of the ongoing application of the new structure a review of thresholds and outcomes will occur on an annual basis. The principal classification for this school is Principal Level P3 for 2024. Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application. About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( dandidet.nsw.edu.au ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here. To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format .